Summer is the season when the skin is most prone to damage. We apply layers of sunscreen and protection, but our skin may still not be in the best condition. So how can we take good care of our skin in the summer? Here are some reminders for women to avoid skincare mistakes.
Mistakes in summer skincare:
1. Staying indoors to avoid sun damage
In the summer, staying indoors and avoiding outdoor sunlight can protect our skin and hair from dryness.
Expert's clarification: Many women prefer to stay indoors in the summer to prevent UV damage to the skin. However, it is important to note that staying in air-conditioned rooms for extended periods of time can have the opposite effect.
Indoor air conditioning has dehumidifying functions, which can lead to dry air in the room. Moreover, blood circulation slows down in low temperatures, resulting in reduced moisture and nutrients for the skin and hair. This can slow down the metabolism and cause damage to the skin and hair.
2. Not using sunscreen while swimming
Swimming in a pool, surrounded by cool and pleasant water, may make us think that our skin does not need sunscreen.
Expert's clarification: This is completely wrong. Firstly, the water in swimming pools contains bleach (chloride) and salt, which are alkaline and can damage the hair cuticles and the skin's stratum corneum, making the hair rough, tangled, and the skin dry.
Secondly, it depends on whether we are swimming outdoors or indoors. If it is outdoors, we must use sunscreen with good water resistance, as the water surface reflects almost 100% of the UV rays.
In other words, swimming in an outdoor pool is a double test compared to exercising under the sun.
3. Homemade masks are good for the skin
With the arrival of summer, the variety of vegetables and fruits naturally increases. Many people use vegetables or fruits to make homemade masks, thinking that it is economical and natural, and should be good for the skin.
Expert's clarification: Improper use of homemade masks can cause allergies. Some food applied to the face indeed has whitening and spot-removing effects, but the skin's ability to resist the external environment varies with different seasons.
Especially during the change of seasons, the skin barrier function is greatly reduced, making it more prone to allergic reactions.
4. All vegetables are good for you
Many people believe that all vegetables are beneficial to the body and that there is no harm in eating as many vegetables as possible.
Expert's clarification: Eating more vegetables does indeed help our bodies, but in the summer, we should be cautious about certain vegetables. Celery, cilantro, white radish, etc. are all "photosensitive" vegetables, which can make skin prone to freckles.
In the peak summer season, we should eat more vegetables and fruits that inhibit pigmentation and make the skin fair, such as kiwi, strawberry, tomato, orange, cabbage, cauliflower, etc.
Summer skincare secrets for women:
1. Use eye cream morning and evening
After the age of 25, women should start using eye cream and perform eye massages to effectively protect the skin around the eyes and prevent the formation of crow's feet.
When using eye cream, it is important to choose one that suits your skin type in order to effectively nourish the eyes and repair the skin around the eyes.
2. Develop the habit of using moisturizers
In the daily skincare routine, it is important to use moisturizers regularly because they can effectively replenish the phospholipids in the stratum corneum, making our skin more moist and plump.
3. Rose vinegar skincare
In fact, roses can also effectively help with skincare.
Soak unopened rose buds in vinegar for a week, then dilute the rose vinegar with cold water. This can be used as a facial cleanser twice a day. Long-term use will make our skin smoother and more delicate.
4. Sun protection
In the hot summer, with the strong UV rays, it is essential to do a good job of sun protection whether outdoors or indoors.
Carry a sun umbrella when going out and wash your face and arms when you return home. If you get sunburned, apply a repairing cream to protect your skin effectively.
